Olea europaea 'Tolleys Upright'

Olea europaea 'Tolleys Upright' is an Australian-bred olive variety with a distinctive upright, columnar growth habit. This space-saving evergreen tree produces light crops of medium-sized olives, making it ideal for ornamental use or small-scale home production.

• Growth Habit: Upright, columnar form to 4m tall, 2m wide
• Fruit: Light bearer with medium-sized olives
• Harvest: Mid-season (April)
• Pollination: Self-fertile but benefits from cross-pollination
• Origin: Australian-bred variety
• Position: Full sun, well-draining soil

This unique Australian selection is valued primarily for its ornamental qualities and space-efficient upright form rather than heavy fruit production. 'Tolleys Upright' is perfect for narrow spaces, formal plantings, or where you want the Mediterranean aesthetic of an olive tree without the mess of heavy fruiting. Ideal for courtyards, small gardens, or as an architectural feature tree.